Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) Headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60 years. With over 1000 employees, TDSI and its three subsidiaries (Tampa Microwave, Advanced Acoustic Concepts, and Trusted Cyber Technologies), supports U.S. Joint Services, special operations forces and multi-national partners with a variety of communication, visualization, electronic warfare, and sensor/sonar capabilities. TDSI’s key technologies include tactical handheld radios, expeditionary satellite terminals, helmet-mounted displays, optics and target recognition capability, advanced radars, undersea sensing and missile systems. Lives depend on what we do!

Top Benefits (Subject to terms of applicable policies/plans)

• Competitive Salary
• Yearly Incentive Compensation Plan
• Medical insurance for self and eligible family members
• Generous 401(k) program  - up to 7% company contribution and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid wellness, vacation, and holiday leave
• Paid maternity, paternity, and parental leave
• 9/80 Work Schedule (every other Friday off)
• Hybrid Working Environment

We are excited to announce that we have an opening in our Clarksburg, MD office for a Manager of Financial Compliance.  This role reports to the CFO, and will own the Financial Compliance Function.

• Serve as subject matter expert on FAR/CAS compliance for Thales Defense & Security, Inc.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies (e.g., DCAA, DCMA) concerning financial and related compliance audits
• Prepare forward pricing rate proposal to serve as basis for indirect rates used in proposals; revise as required by changes in the business; support the rates in pre-award and post award audits
• Ensure the accurate and timely submission of the annual incurred cost submission, meeting all regulatory requirements
• Continuously review and update CAS disclosure statements, recommending updates to executive management and developing implementation plans for any required changes
• Develop and implement compliance plans for DCAA/DCMA business systems reviews, to include accounting and estimating system audit
• Work with relevant TDSI subject matter experts to develop and execute corrective action plans for audit findings, ensuring all identified deficiencies are resolved in accordance with regulatory standards
• Provide oversight and guidance to staff, including reviewing work products, as needed
• Advisor on bids/proposals and complex finance decisions
• Manages internal controls, policies and procedures; responds to corporate parent inquiries as needed
• Reports directly to the CFO; will interact with other members of the Finance/Accounting team

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business preferred, MBA a plus
• 8-10 years plus of progressive Financial Compliance experience; mix of government contracting, public accounting and industry (preferably in a manufacturing environment)
• Strong experience with government contract financial audits (DCAA/DCMA) and FAR/CAS
• Above average written and verbal communication skills required
• Self-starter, able to work independently or as part of a team; good presentation skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Access)
• Experience with various ERP systems; SAP Finance a plus

The annualized pay range for this role is $144,900-$185,150 USD along with a target incentive compensation plan (ICP) of 5%. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above.  TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact the recruiter at careers@thalesdsi.com.

Thales is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal, state and local laws. We are an E-Verify Employer.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please call Human Resources at 202-961-1016.

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